Xavier Musketeers point guard Tu Holloway benefits this June from being in a very weak point guard draft class. He's not a blue-chip prospect, but he's better than much of the competition. What works against him is his height. His lack of size turns off some NBA scouts. Holloway made the cut for the combine, and met the media yesterday. How's the process going for him? Watch … [Read more...] about Xavier Musketeers PG Tu Holloway headed to NBA? (combine video)
College Basketball
Illini big man Meyers Leonard states case at ’12 NBA Draft Combine (video)
Former Illinois Fighting Illini Center Meyers Leonard greeted the media yesterday at the 2012 NBA Draft combine. Here's some of what he had to say about the process. … [Read more...] about Illini big man Meyers Leonard states case at ’12 NBA Draft Combine (video)
Tar Heels Kendall Marshall: among best point guards in draft? (Combine Video)
The North Carolina Tar Heels have four players who will be drafted by the NBA on June 28th: Harrison Barnes, Tyler Zeller, John Henson, and their point guard Kendall Marshall. All were in Chicago yesterday for the pre-draft camp. Media sessions are part of the agenda. When Marshall, one of the best point guards available in a kind of weak class for that position, talked to … [Read more...] about Tar Heels Kendall Marshall: among best point guards in draft? (Combine Video)
NBA Combine in Chicago: Anthony Davis unites local and national interest
With the NBA Draft Combine rolling through Chicago this week, you probably saw a ton of very tall young men strolling down Michigan Avenue. Or at least more near-seven-footers than usual; especially on the Magnificent Mile, where the draft combine's media activities were held. No doubt the star of this year's session is Anthony Davis, the Chicago product who dominated for … [Read more...] about NBA Combine in Chicago: Anthony Davis unites local and national interest
Purdue coach Matt Painter throwing out first ball at White Sox game
Purdue college basketball coach Matt Painter will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at U.S. Cellular Field on Wednesday night before the Chicago White Sox take on the Toronto Blue Jays. The game is set for 7:10 p.m. CDT. This won't be as exciting as the Snoop Doggy Dogg first pitch, but maybe Painter will "Tebow" after it, like Snoop did. Ok, probably not. … [Read more...] about Purdue coach Matt Painter throwing out first ball at White Sox game
2012 NBA Draft Lottery: Who needs #1 pick most?
If you subscribe to the conspiracy theory of the NBA Draft Lottery; either the Charlotte Bobcats, Brooklyn Nets, or New Orleans Hornets will win the number one overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. All three franchises sorely need a boost which expected top overall prospect, Anthony Davis of Kentucky will certainly provide to whichever franchise selects him. The ping pong … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Draft Lottery: Who needs #1 pick most?
2012 NBA Draft Combine participants
The NBA released the list of 60 players who will attend the 2012 NBA Draft combine June 7th and 8th in Chicago. Here is the list based on how I have each player ranked by position. Click here for The Sports Bank's 2012 NBA Mock Draft. … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Draft Combine participants
Perry Ellis helps restock loaded Kansas Jayhawks squad
Kansas Jayhawks super-recruit Perry Ellis. Yes, his name is exactly like the famous clothing designer, so will he be a fit at the Phog? Is he dressed for success at the level of big time college basketball? (c'mon you knew I was going to do some stupid clothing/designer pun, if the suit fits, wear it!) Ellis is a 6-8 forward center from Wichita Heights who talked about why … [Read more...] about Perry Ellis helps restock loaded Kansas Jayhawks squad
Illinois Alumni Association takes shot at Northwestern marketing slogan
I received a mass email today from the Illinois Alumni Association. The subject heading: ILLINOIS: Chicago's Big Ten University The message content: Illinois alumni don't need an expensive roadside billboard to let people know we're the best public Big Ten university in Chicago! Instead, make your case in your office space by displaying your loyalty for everyone to … [Read more...] about Illinois Alumni Association takes shot at Northwestern marketing slogan
2012 NBA Mock Draft-First Round (5/18/12)
The 2012 NBA Draft figures to consist of a deeper, more talented group of prospects that the 2011 class. Team needs HAVE been taken into consideration with this 2012 NBA mock draft and the order is based off the end of the season NBA standings. Click on the players' name for a complete, in-depth scouting report and the team name for a list of off-season needs. (By the … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Mock Draft-First Round (5/18/12)